--- title: "Kealakekua Bay Afternoon Snorkel: Family Fun on the Kona Coast" lang: en type: tour city: Big Island country: United States price: 131 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.87 reviews: 711 duration_minutes: 240 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 17 of 27 (Kealakekua Bay & Snorkeling Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-07 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/kealakekua-bay-afternoon-snorkel-family-fun-on-the-kona-coast/ --- # Kealakekua Bay Afternoon Snorkel: Family Fun on the Kona Coast **Guidekin's take:** An afternoon snorkel at Kealakekua Bay pairs reef time with two onboard slides and a dive platform. Gear, underwater view boxes, flotation devices and snacks are included; you must be comfortable in the ocean, and full face masks are prohibited. 4.87 from 711 reviews at €131 per person for 4h. In our comparison: #17 of 27 in Kealakekua Bay & Snorkeling Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Spend your morning exploring the Big Island, then board the eco-friendly Fair Wind II for an afternoon of snorkeling highlights in Kealakekua Bay - relaxed, scenic, and perfectly timed. Snorkel the vibrant reefs of Kealakekua Bay, enjoy onboard waterslides and scenic views, and soak up the golden afternoon light - all after your morning hike, coffee tour, or market stroll. **Why guests love this tour:** - A highlights-focused experience—perfect for guests short on time but big on adventure - Great for families, first-time snorkelers, and travelers seeking value - Departs in the afternoon—freedom to explore in the morning - Enjoy eco-conscious cruising while exploring the historical beauty of Kealakekua Bay and the Captain Cook Monument ## Before you book - Meeting point: Check in at the Fair Wind office located… - Starts 13:30: one departure a day - Food not included: Beer, spritzers, and cocktails available… - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €131 per person - Duration: 4h - Rating: 4.87/5 from 711 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Fair Wind Cruises - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 13:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07 ## Reviews 4.87 from 711 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 689 of 711. - 5 stars: 651 (92%) - 4 stars: 38 (5%) - 3 stars: 14 (2%) - 2 stars: 5 (1%) - 1 star: 3 (0%) ## What's included - Two 15-Ft. Slides & Dive Platform - Use of snorkel equipment and underwater view boxes - Use of inner tubes and other flotation devices - Island-made Sweet Potato Chips with Fresh Hummus, Carrots, and Cucumbers - Tax ## Not included - Beer, spritzers, and cocktails available for purchase during the last hour of the tour - Hotel pickup and drop-off - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Fair Wind Big Island Ocean Guides** (10m) - : Your Welcome Center by the Bay Your adventure begins at the Fair Wind Office -check-in area, located right at Keauhou Bay. This is where you'll meet our crew, check in for your tour, and get ready to board—just steps from the water. Our friendly team is here to help you... 2. **Keauhou Bay: Your Afternoon Launch Point Keauhou Bay welcomes you with calm, ...** (20m) - Keauhou Bay: Your Afternoon Launch Point Keauhou Bay welcomes you with calm, clear waters and a rich sense of place. This scenic harbor is not only the start of your ocean adventure, but also a site of historical significance—it’s the birthplace of King Kamehameha III and... 3. **Kuamoʻo Point: Where Land and Legacy Meet Kuamoʻo Point is a dramatic lava pr...** (pass by, no stop) - Kuamoʻo Point: Where Land and Legacy Meet Kuamoʻo Point is a dramatic lava promontory that juts into the ocean just south of Keauhou. It marks the edge of a historically significant area tied to major cultural shifts in Hawaiʻi’s past. The rugged beauty of this... 4. **Lekeleke Burial Ground** (pass by, no stop) - s: A Sacred Coastal Landmark Along the shoreline, you’ll see the expansive lava fields of Lekeleke Burial Grounds—hallowed ground that marks the site of the Battle of Kuamoʻo in 1819. Hundreds of warriors are buried here, and the landscape remains undisturbed as a powerful... 5. **Kealakekua Bay Marine Preserve** (1h 30m) - Kealakekua Bay: A Marine Sanctuary Full of Life As the boat enters Kealakekua Bay, you’ll notice the stillness of the water and the vibrant life just below the surface. Protected as a marine conservation district, this bay is home to colorful coral reefs, schools of tropical... 6. **The Captain Cook Monument** (pass by, no stop) - Captain Cook Monument: A Historic Landmark in Kealakekua Bay On the northern edge of Kealakekua Bay stands the tall white obelisk known as the Captain Cook Monument. Erected by the British in 1874, it marks the location where Captain James Cook first came ashore in Hawaiʻi in... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 13:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-07 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Check in at the Fair Wind office located on Keauhou Bay. **Boarding begins 15 minutes after the listed tour check-in time.** Free parking is available along Kaleiopapa Street. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Must be comfortable in the ocean - Full face snorkel masks are not permitted on our vessels ## Compared with other Kealakekua Bay & Snorkeling Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #17 of 27** | €131 | 4h | 4.87 (711) | shared | | [Kealakekua Bay (Captain Cook Monument) Snorkel and Sail Adventure](/usa/big-island/tours/kealakekua-bay-captain-cook-monument-snorkel-and-sail-adventure/?format=md) | €172 | 4h | 4.96 (722) | shared | | [Small Group Snorkeling Expedition South Kona](/usa/big-island/tours/small-group-snorkeling-expedition-south-kona/?format=md) | €182 | 5h | 4.98 (238) | shared | | [Deluxe Morning Snorkeling Adventure](/usa/big-island/tours/deluxe-morning-snorkeling-adventure/?format=md) | €130 | 4h | 4.96 (353) | shared | Ranked #17 of 27 in Kealakekua Bay & Snorkeling Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €90 to €228, median €143; typical length 4h. 1 of 27 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/kealakekua-bay-snorkel-tours/?format=md ## More in Big Island - All Big Island tours: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/kealakekua-bay-afternoon-snorkel-family-fun-on-the-kona-coast/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/?format=md